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Sunday Playgroup

Every Sunday at 2:30 pm, tails wag a little harder at Friends For Life!

Our Sunday Playgroup is a fun, safe, and supervised environment where our adoptable dogs get to run, romp, and socialize with each other. It’s more than just playtime—it’s a way for us to learn about each dog’s personality, play style, and social skills, helping us make better adoption matches.

Whether they’re chasing toys, making new best friends, or showing off their zoomies, our pups thrive in this enriching experience. Plus, our dedicated team is always on hand to monitor play, keep things positive, and take notes on who’s a total cuddlebug, who’s the class clown, and who prefers to cheer from the sidelines.

Come see them in action—you might just meet your new best friend! 107 West 22nd Street in Houston, Texas.

Dogs coming to July 13 playgroup!

Ozzy Pawsborne

Declyn

Louie

Fancy Fred

Danzig

Kali

Dreamer

Nola

Adoption Process

Ready to find a new forever friend? Here’s how our process works:


Step 1. Fill out our adoption application here.

Once this is completed, one of our adoption counselors will give you a call to chat further.


Step 2. Sleepover! After you talk with an adoption counselor, our adoption team will review all the information and get back to you.

Once you’re approved to adopt, we’ll set up a sleepover, which is a week-long trial period to see if it’s a good match.


Step 3. Make it official! If the sleepover works out, you’ll finalize all the paperwork. We’ll give you the latest information on your new friend, and you’re all set!

Adoption Fee: $95

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Friends For Life Shelter

107 E 22nd Street
Houston, TX 77008

713-863-9835

Hours:
Wednesday - Monday: 11AM - 4PM
Tuesday: Appointment Only

Adoptable dogs can be met on an appointment basis.
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2902 S Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX 77098

Adoption Hours:
Monday - Friday:
11AM - 1PM, 5 - 7PM

Saturday - Sunday:
1-5PM

Upcoming Events

Jul 13
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Sunday Playgroup

Jul 14
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FFL Monday Run Club

Jul 17
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Running Team Social

Jul 20
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Sunday Playgroup

Jul 21
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FFL Monday Run Club

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